DID Press: US President Donald Trump signed legislation to reopen the federal government after weeks of a historic shutdown, ending the longest closure in the nation’s history. However, economic fallout and ongoing political dysfunction continue to weigh heavily on Americans and the global economy.
The reopening plan passed the House of Representatives with 222 votes in favor and 209 against. The shutdown, driven by political deadlock and structural inefficiencies in Washington, left millions of Americans facing financial and social hardships.
During the signing, Trump accused Democrats of “extortion” while expressing concern over the shutdown’s consequences, downplaying that the crisis stemmed from the White House’s unstable and ineffective policies. Experts warn that the full economic and social impact, including damage to businesses and households, will take weeks or months to fully materialize.
The episode has highlighted the structural inefficiencies of the U.S. government and the unrealistic priorities of Washington politicians, demonstrating how partisan disputes can hold millions of lives hostage on the world stage.